Seasonal Sales Associate - New York

Vivienne Westwood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Vivienne Westwood in New York is seeking a Seasonal Sales Associate to support our retail team during the busiest trading period. You will help on the sales floor and in the stockroom, delivering a premium client experience and maintaining store standards.

The role requires strong communication, a passion for luxury fashion, and the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holiday trading periods. Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred, and you will be a positive ambassador

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for luxury fashion and the Vivienne Westwood brand.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional customer service and creating a memorable shopping experience
• Building strong relationships with clients and developing product knowledge across all categories
• Achieving individual and store sales targets
• Supporting the team during peak trading periods
• Assisting with stock replenishment and maintaining product availability on the shop floor
• Receiving, processing, and organising stock deliveries
• Supporting stock transfers, returns, and inventory movements
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the store and stockroom
• Assisting with visual merchandising and window displays as directed
• Processing transactions accurately through the POS system
• Supporting store events, launches, and promotional activities
• Following all company policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines
• Acting as a positive ambassador for the Vivienne Westwood brand at all times

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Product knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, with a strong commitment to its people and the environment.

We are currently looking for a Seasonal Sales Associate to join the Retail Team in our New York store location on a seasonal part-time basis.

As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional client experience during our busiest trading period. You will support both sales floor and stockroom operations, helping to drive sales, maintain store standards, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the boutique.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing exceptional customer service and creating a memorable shopping experience
• Building strong relationships with clients and developing product knowledge across all categories
• Achieving individual and store sales targets
• Supporting the team during peak trading periods
• Assisting with stock replenishment and maintaining product availability on the shop floor
• Receiving, processing, and organising stock deliveries
• Supporting stock transfers, returns, and inventory movements
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the store and stockroom
• Assisting with visual merchandising and window displays as directed
• Processing transactions accurately through the POS system
• Supporting store events, launches, and promotional activities
• Following all company policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines
• Acting as a positive ambassador for the Vivienne Westwood brand at all times

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Previous retail or customer service experience preferred
• Passion for luxury fashion and the Vivienne Westwood brand
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holiday trading periods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying early to avoid missing out.

Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link